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title: "Provision of Foreign Language Training (FLT)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-041ad4"
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# Provision of Foreign Language Training (FLT)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-041ad4

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## Summary

The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) is seeking to procure Foreign Language Training (FLT) services to support Defence Engagement, Defence Intelligence, and Operations. The tender, titled 'Provision of Foreign Language Training (FLT)', falls under the services category and has a total value of £12,800,000. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage with a deadline for submissions on January 5, 2024. The contract period is set for 720 days with potential renewal options.

This opportunity provided by the MOD is ideal for businesses offering education and training services within the UK. The procurement method is open, and interested suppliers need to meet suitability criteria with no conditions for participation. The submission method includes electronic and written submissions. The UK Defence Academy in Shrivenham is the designated delivery address. Businesses looking to expand in the language training sector and work closely with the UK Ministry of Defence should consider bidding for this lucrative tender.

## Notice

The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) Centre for Languages & Culture (DCLC) ('the Authority') requires the provision of Foreign Language Training (FLT) in support of Defence Engagement, Defence Intelligence and Operations. Effective language training is a critical enabler and DCLC ensures that students are trained to the necessary standards to perform their designated roles. As part of the International Group, DCLC delivers language training in support of Defence outputs. This includes delivery of FLT to UK military personnel in preparation for roles within Defence Engagement, Defence Intelligence and Operations. DCLC is directly responsible for delivering critical foreign language capability to support operational readiness and meet military role requirements.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) Centre for Languages & Culture (DCLC) ('the Authority') requires the provision of Foreign Language Training (FLT) in support of Defence Engagement, Defence Intelligence and Operations. Effective language training is a critical enabler and DCLC ensures that students are trained to the necessary standards to perform their designated roles. As part of the International Group, DCLC delivers language training in support of Defence outputs. This includes delivery of FLT to UK military personnel in preparation for roles within Defence Engagement, Defence Intelligence and Operations. DCLC is directly responsible for delivering critical foreign language capability to support operational readiness and meet military role requirements.

Options: There is the potential of two optional years on a + 1 year + 1 year basis and based on performance and affordability considerations.

Renewal: Intention to re-let

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034094-2023 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Nov 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,800,000 |
| Lots value | £6,400,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | SHRIVENHAM |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN6 8LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Watchfield & Shrivenham |
| Westminster constituency | Witney |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80580000 - Provision of language courses

## Release History

- 17 Nov 2023 at 12:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034094-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=57318
- https://www.contracts.mod.uk/web/login.html
- https://www.da.mod.uk/

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